Row CropPerformance profile

Farmall 340

The Farmall 340 is a row crop tractor built from 1958 to 1963. It's a 2WD model with manual steering and a simple sliding gear transmission. The tractor has 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, making it easy to use in different field conditions. Under the hood, the Farmall 340 has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine made by International Harvester. The engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, producing 47 hp at 2000 rpm. While its power output is below average compared to other tractors, it's still capable of handling many farm tasks. The tractor has a Category 3 rear hitch and an independent PTO that runs at 540 rpm, useful for powering various implements. With its open operator station and electric starter, the Farmall 340 offers a basic but functional design for farmers who need a reliable workhorse in the field.

ManufacturerFarmallPower47 hpEngine4-cylTransSliding gear with dry disc clutch
Farmall 340

Quick specs

Category
Row Crop
Engine Power Output
47hp
Operating Weight
4,740 lb
Transmission
Sliding gear with dry disc clutch
Compare this model

At a glance

How the 340 compares

vs. Row Crop median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Row Crop tractors

47 hp · 5th

This model

12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206

The 340 ranks at the 5th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.

Overview

About the Farmall 340

The Farmall 340 is a row crop tractor built from 1958 to 1963. It's a 2WD model with manual steering and a simple sliding gear transmission. The tractor has 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, making it easy to use in different field conditions. Under the hood, the Farmall 340 has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine made by International Harvester. The engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, producing 47 hp at 2000 rpm. While its power output is below average compared to other tractors, it's still capable of handling many farm tasks. The tractor has a Category 3 rear hitch and an independent PTO that runs at 540 rpm, useful for powering various implements. With its open operator station and electric starter, the Farmall 340 offers a basic but functional design for farmers who need a reliable workhorse in the field.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerFarmall
Model340
CategoryRow Crop tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1958–1963
Operating weight4,740lb

Engine

MakeInternational Harvester
ModelC-135
Power47hp
Cylinders4
Displacement135ci
Bore3.27in
Stroke4.06in

Transmission

TypeSliding gear with dry disc clutch
Forward gears5
Reverse gears1

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringManual
BrakesDifferential mechanical dry disc
CabOpen operator station

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length116.9in
Width63.8in
Height58.7in
Operating weight4,740lb

Capacities

Cooling system3.75gal

Head to head

340 vs. Row Crop median

How the Farmall 340 compares to other Row Crop tractors

SpecThis modelRow Crop medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power47 hp138 hp-66%5th
Engine Displacement135 ci391 ci-65%3rd
Cylinders46-33%17th
Forward Gears516-69%7th
Operating Weight4,740 lb12,307 lb-61%7th
Length117 in180 in-35%2nd
Width63.8 in91.2 in-30%3rd
Height58.7 in114 in-48%2nd

Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 8061,417 models).

Explore

Farmall siblings

All Farmall models →

Explore

Similar-spec models

FAQ

Common questions

What years was the Farmall 340 manufactured?

Production of the Farmall 340 ran from 1958 through 1963.

What is the working weight of the Farmall 340?

The operating weight of the Farmall 340 is approximately 4,740 lb.

What type of transmission does the Farmall 340 have?

The Farmall 340 uses a Sliding gear with dry disc clutch transmission offering 5 forward gears.

What type of hydraulic system does the Farmall 340 use?

Hydraulics on the Farmall 340 are Open center.

What hitch category is the Farmall 340?

The Farmall 340 uses a Category Category 3 hitch.

How powerful is the Farmall 340?

The Farmall 340 has an engine power output of 47 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 135 ci.

What routine service does the Farmall 340 need?

Regular maintenance for the Farmall 340 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.